Pope Leo XIV doesn't seem like a fan of Fiat. That's because the American Pope chose a multifunctional model from the German automaker to carry out his daily duties.
The heads of the Catholic Church mainly use an open Mercedes G-Class 'parade car' as their official vehicle, but the fleet also includes many other models such as a modified Dacia Duster, a Toyota Mirai and a Fiat 500 L, with the latter being a favourite of the late Pope Francis.
Pope Leo XIV has already chosen a Volkswagen for his daily duties. It's a Multivan model, which looks like a 'luxury hotel on wheels'.
Volkswagen's van, also available in a version with an extended wheelbase, is based on the MQB modular platform and is 1.94 meters wide, 4.97 meters long and 1.90 meters high.
The German brand describes it as a 'living room on wheels', and thanks to its various seating options and large luggage space, it is suitable for a variety of mobility scenarios.
Special attention deserves the comfortable seats, in the basic configuration arranged so that two in the second row are facing three in the third row, so that a multifunctional table opens between them. The price for such a vehicle is 50,934 euros.
The vehicles of the heads of the Catholic Church, known as Popemobiles, have evolved over the years, reflecting both the personal preferences and security needs of each Pope. From open vehicles that allowed closer contact with the faithful to armored and environmentally friendly models, each choice had its advantages.
The Pope's choice of the Volkswagen Multivan puts the focus on modern technologies and efficiency, while the use of a hybrid system emphasizes environmental concern. (A2 Televizion)
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